The Imperfect Walk Podcast

The Imperfect Walk

The Imperfect Walk Podcast is a space for honest, faith-filled conversations about marriage, parenting, personal growth, and real life. Hosted by Andrew and Sara, this podcast explores what it means to follow Christ imperfectly — learning through mistakes, extending grace, and growing in faith along the way. From relationships and identity to purpose and everyday struggles, each episode offers vulnerability, truth, and encouragement for the journey. If you’re learning to walk with Christ imperfectly, you’re in the right place.

  1. 1d ago

    Why God Still Hasn't Answered Your Prayers

    We spend so much time asking God for a clear answer. A sign. A direct word. But what if God already moved — and it looked like an opportunity instead? In this episode we get into why God works through open doors rather than loud voices, what it actually looks like to walk in faith without having the full picture, and how the hardships you've been trying to avoid might be the very thing shaping who you're becoming. Faith without action is dead. And the door you've been praying about might already be open — you just haven't walked through it yet. 🕊️ We dive into: Why God gives opportunities instead of direct answers — and what that means for how we moveThe role of hardship in refining your character and wisdomHow to recognize a God-given open door vs one you're forcing open yourselfBiblical examples of faith and opportunity in actionWhat it looks like to build through the opportunities in front of you right nowPractical steps to discern God's will when the path isn't clearEncouragement for anyone who has been waiting on God and starting to lose hope 📱 CONNECT WITH US: YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@theimperfectwalk?si=dfYFKWrbxa49FMx4⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theimperfectwalk?igsh=MWhzYXRnNHNhcmZxYw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠   TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@theimperfectwalk?_t=ZS-90nw7w9wMQn&_r=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2l4eTusT2aSXetY0X4hsDd Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-imperfect-walk-podcast/id1848250825 Amazon: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/3a8a04ad-b75d-485f-940f-1305166dc7df/the-imperfect-walk-podcast iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/302697029/ Deezer: https://deezer.com/show/1002679161 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Opportunities in Faith 01:00 God's Opportunities vs. Clear Answers 05:05 The Role of Hardships in Growth 07:37 Acting on Faith and Opportunities 09:40 The Importance of Action in Faith 14:01 Recognizing God's Open Doors 16:22 Building Through Opportunities 19:22 Reflection and Growth Over Time 24:03 Character Development Through Opportunities 28:23 Discerning God's Will in Opportunities 31:35 Practical Steps to Recognize Opportunities 34:12 Encouragement for Those Waiting on God

    38 min
  2. May 22

    How Well Do We Actually Know Each Other?

    We sat down, answered questions we've never fully said out loud, and let the conversation go wherever it went. This one covers everything — relationship habits, personal growth, parenting fears, love languages, dreams we've quietly let go of, and what we're still figuring out about each other after 3 years of marriage and two kids. No script. No filter. Just us. 🕊️ We dive into: The daily habits and annoyances that actually reveal a lot about who we areHow we've each grown since getting married — and where we're still growingOur real fears about parenthood and raising kids with faith and intentionLove languages and the small acts that make the biggest differenceDreams we've set aside and what we're still reaching forRapid fire questions that got more honest than expected 🎙 The Imperfect Walk Podcast is a faith-based podcast hosted by Andrew and Sara Forbes exploring marriage, personal growth, parenting, faith, and the realities of walking with God through imperfect seasons of life. If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Leave a comment, subscribe, and come back every week for conversations that go a little deeper. 📱 CONNECT WITH US: YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@theimperfectwalk?si=dfYFKWrbxa49FMx4⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theimperfectwalk?igsh=MWhzYXRnNHNhcmZxYw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠   TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@theimperfectwalk?_t=ZS-90nw7w9wMQn&_r=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2l4eTusT2aSXetY0X4hsDd Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-imperfect-walk-podcast/id1848250825 Amazon: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/3a8a04ad-b75d-485f-940f-1305166dc7df/the-imperfect-walk-podcast iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/302697029/ Deezer: https://deezer.com/show/1002679161 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Game 07:05 Deepening the Conversation 13:38 Parenting Concerns and Worries 15:28 Navigating Parenting Challenges 18:49 Judgment and Character Assessment 23:17 Fears and Expectations of Parenthood 27:14 Reflections on Parental Influence 29:12 Rapid Fire Q's 33:49 Communication and Growth in Relationships

    35 min
  3. May 15

    Did God Design You to Build?

    Is your drive to build something God-given — or just ambition? That's the question we're sitting with in this episode. We get into the difference between ambition and calling, what the Bible actually says about building and creating, and why we believe every person is designed to build something — not just entrepreneurs. Whether that's a business, a family legacy, a ministry, or a community — God has always been in the business of building through His people. We also spend time in Proverbs 31 and what that woman's story tells us about faith, stewardship, and what it actually looks like to build with purpose. 🕊️ We dive into: The real difference between ambition and calling — and how to tell which one is driving youWhat the Bible says about building, creating, and stewardshipThe Proverbs 31 woman as an investor and entrepreneur — not just a good wifeHow to discern God's specific purpose for your lifeNavigating the tension between ambition and idolatryPractical steps to start building now with what's already in your hands If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Leave a comment, subscribe, and come back every week for conversations that go a little deeper. 📱 CONNECT WITH US: YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@theimperfectwalk?si=dfYFKWrbxa49FMx4⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theimperfectwalk?igsh=MWhzYXRnNHNhcmZxYw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠   TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@theimperfectwalk?_t=ZS-90nw7w9wMQn&_r=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2l4eTusT2aSXetY0X4hsDd Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-imperfect-walk-podcast/id1848250825 Amazon: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/3a8a04ad-b75d-485f-940f-1305166dc7df/the-imperfect-walk-podcast iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/302697029/ Deezer: https://deezer.com/show/1002679161 Chapters 00:00 The Journey of Self-Discovery 03:02 Understanding the Call to Build 06:21 Distinguishing Ambition from Calling 11:35 The Role of Women in Entrepreneurship 17:03 Stewardship and Building for the Future 22:08 Navigating Ambition and Idolatry 25:48 Taking Action and Building Now

    32 min
  4. May 8

    Will 3 Kids Break Us? Pregnancy complications, juggling 3 jobs, trusting God & more

    We're one month away from our third baby and we're not going to sugarcoat it — this season has been a whole journey. The pregnancy complications, the unknowns, potty training a toddler while growing a human, trying to keep up with sports and activities, and honestly not managing every sacrifice as well as we'd like. This episode is us being real about all of it. We talk about what this pregnancy has actually looked like, how we're navigating the chaos of a growing family before baby number three arrives, and what God has been showing us through it all. If you're expecting, already in the thick of parenting, or just trying to hold everything together — this one is for you. 🕊️ We dive into: What the transition from two to three kids has really looked like for us so farNavigating pregnancy complications and learning to trust God through the unknownPotty training in the middle of one of the busiest seasons of our livesBalancing kids sports and activities and the sacrifices that come with itBeing honest about the things we haven't managed well this seasonHow we're balancing work, family, and personal growth without losing ourselvesThe emotional and spiritual side of this season of parenthood God gave us the skills we needed for this season — even when we didn't feel ready. This episode is proof of that. 📱 CONNECT WITH US: YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@theimperfectwalk?si=dfYFKWrbxa49FMx4⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theimperfectwalk?igsh=MWhzYXRnNHNhcmZxYw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠   TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@theimperfectwalk?_t=ZS-90nw7w9wMQn&_r=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2l4eTusT2aSXetY0X4hsDd Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-imperfect-walk-podcast/id1848250825 Amazon: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/3a8a04ad-b75d-485f-940f-1305166dc7df/the-imperfect-walk-podcast iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/302697029/ Deezer: https://deezer.com/show/1002679161 Chapters 00:00  Navigating Parenthood: The Journey to Three Kids  10:00  Facing Pregnancy Challenges and Unknowns  20:05  Balancing Life: Work, Family, and Personal Time  29:01  Reflections on Growth and Future Aspirations

    33 min
  5. Apr 24

    Things We Had to Stop Blaming Our Childhood For

    Some of the patterns you're living in right now didn't start with you. The way you respond to conflict, the stories you tell yourself, the cycles that keep showing up — a lot of it traces back further than you think. In this episode, Sara and Andrew get honest about how childhood experiences shape our behaviors, our beliefs, and the way we see ourselves as adults. They share personal stories, talk through the science and reality of generational patterns, and have a real conversation about what it actually takes to stop operating from a place of survival and start living with intention. This isn't about blaming your past. It's about understanding it — so you can finally move beyond it. It’s about evolving from victim mentality and embracing our ability to grow and take accountability as adults so we can break free. 🕊️ We dive into: How unprocessed childhood experiences quietly drive adult behaviorWhy victim mentality feels safe (and how to get out of it)What breaking generational cycles actually looks like in real lifePractical steps to building a growth mindset that sticks 🎙 The Imperfect Walk Podcast is a faith-based podcast hosted by Andrew and Sara Forbes exploring marriage, personal growth, parenting, faith, and the realities of walking with God through imperfect seasons of life. If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Leave a comment, subscribe, and come back every week for conversations that go a little deeper. 📱 CONNECT WITH US: YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@theimperfectwalk?si=dfYFKWrbxa49FMx4⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theimperfectwalk?igsh=MWhzYXRnNHNhcmZxYw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠   TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@theimperfectwalk?_t=ZS-90nw7w9wMQn&_r=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2l4eTusT2aSXetY0X4hsDd Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-imperfect-walk-podcast/id1848250825 Amazon: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/3a8a04ad-b75d-485f-940f-1305166dc7df/the-imperfect-walk-podcast iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/302697029/ Deezer: https://deezer.com/show/1002679161 Chapters 00:00 Childhood Reflections and Personal Growth 08:33 Understanding Trauma and Its Impact 16:25 Breaking the Cycle of Victim Mentality 26:33 Embracing a Growth Mindset

    36 min
  6. Apr 17

    Are We Chasing God or Just The Blessings?

    We didn't see it coming. That's the thing about idols — they don't announce themselves. They slip in quietly, through good things, big dreams, and answered prayers that slowly start taking up more space than God himself. In this episode we're getting honest about the things we've personally put before God — and how we didn't even realize it was happening until He held up a mirror. 🕊️ We dive into: Why idols are rarely what you think they areHow good things — marriage, kids, career, even ministry — become ultimate thingsThe signs that something has too much control over your mood, time, and thoughtsHow God reveals idols — not to condemn you but to free youWhat it actually looks like to reorder your priorities without shame 👍 Like this video if it hit home — it helps more people find us  💬 Comment below — what's one thing that has quietly taken up too much space in your life lately? 🎙 The Imperfect Walk Podcast is a faith-based podcast hosted by Andrew and Sara Forbes exploring marriage, personal growth, parenting, faith, and the realities of walking with God through imperfect seasons of life. Subscribe for weekly conversations on faith, relationships, purpose, and personal development. 📱 CONNECT WITH US: YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@theimperfectwalk?si=dfYFKWrbxa49FMx4⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theimperfectwalk?igsh=MWhzYXRnNHNhcmZxYw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠   TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@theimperfectwalk?_t=ZS-90nw7w9wMQn&_r=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2l4eTusT2aSXetY0X4hsDd Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-imperfect-walk-podcast/id1848250825 Amazon: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/3a8a04ad-b75d-485f-940f-1305166dc7df/the-imperfect-walk-podcast iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/302697029/ Deezer: https://deezer.com/show/1002679161 Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Confessions 00:27 Identifying Idols in Our Lives 04:20 The Impact of Idols on Our Relationship with God 09:09 The Role of Conviction vs. Guilt 14:36 The Control We Seek and Its Consequences 19:05 God Reveals Idols to Free Us 25:53 Reordering Our Priorities 32:44 Reflection and Moving Forward

    34 min
  7. Apr 3

    This Is Why You Keep Having the Same Fight

    In this episode of The Imperfect Walk Podcast, Andrew and Sara break down why so many relationships get stuck having the same argument over and over again—and what actually changed everything in their marriage. How they were able to recognize this cycle and get on the path to break old habits. From feeling unheard, to unspoken expectations, to pride getting in the way… this conversation goes deeper than surface-level communication and gets to the real issue underneath it all. If you’ve ever felt like you’re having the same fight on repeat—this episode is for you. 🕊️ We dive into: Root causes of recurring argumentsImportance of understanding over communicationEmotional needs and unspoken expectationsThe role of humility and serving in marriageBiblical principles for conflict resolution Resources Love & Respect - https://amzn.to/4dfpplD 5 Love Languages - https://amzn.to/4cfjHiG Bible Gateway - https://www.biblegateway.com/ 📱 CONNECT WITH US: YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@theimperfectwalk?si=dfYFKWrbxa49FMx4⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theimperfectwalk?igsh=MWhzYXRnNHNhcmZxYw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠   TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@theimperfectwalk?_t=ZS-90nw7w9wMQn&_r=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2l4eTusT2aSXetY0X4hsDd Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-imperfect-walk-podcast/id1848250825 Amazon: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/3a8a04ad-b75d-485f-940f-1305166dc7df/the-imperfect-walk-podcast iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/302697029/ Deezer: https://deezer.com/show/1002679161 Chapters 00:00 Understanding Recurrent Arguments in Relationships 06:33 The Importance of Communication and Expectations 13:17 Emotional Needs vs. Logical Solutions 18:30 Encouraging Growth in Relationships 20:09 Navigating Arguments and Communication 22:56 Understanding Emotions and Needs 25:39 The Importance of Reflection and Self-Awareness 28:58 Serving Each Other in Marriage 31:27 Pride vs. Humility in Relationships

    44 min
  8. Mar 27

    Exposed to Porn at a Young Age… This Is What It Did

    Exposed to porn at a young age… this is what it actually does to you over time. In this episode of The Imperfect Walk Podcast, Andrew and Sara talk about being exposed to porn at a young age—and what it did to them. This isn’t something people talk about honestly. It’s often normalized, brushed off, or joked about… but the effects are real. We’re not speaking from theory—we’ve lived it. This isn’t about shame—it’s about awareness. Because what you’re exposed to doesn’t just pass through you… it forms you. If this resonates, share it with someone who needs to hear it. 🕊️ We dive into: Personal stories of addiction and recoverySpiritual perspective on overcoming pornStrategies for unlearning patterns and healingWhat early exposure really does to your mindHow it shapes the way you see people and relationshipsWhy it’s so easy to normalize without realizing it 📱 CONNECT WITH US: YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@theimperfectwalk?si=dfYFKWrbxa49FMx4⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theimperfectwalk?igsh=MWhzYXRnNHNhcmZxYw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠   TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@theimperfectwalk?_t=ZS-90nw7w9wMQn&_r=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2l4eTusT2aSXetY0X4hsDd Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-imperfect-walk-podcast/id1848250825 Amazon: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/3a8a04ad-b75d-485f-940f-1305166dc7df/the-imperfect-walk-podcast iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/302697029/ Deezer: https://deezer.com/show/1002679161 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Conversation on Pornography 04:14 The Impact of Pornography on Identity 09:42 The Role of AI in Modern Pornography 12:41 Breaking Free: Transformation and Healing 19:21 Unlearning Patterns and Consequences 23:21 The Impact of Pornography on Mental Health 25:32 Recognizing the Turning Point 30:49 Taking Responsibility and Building Discipline 35:33 The Role of Faith in Overcoming Addiction 40:36 Candid Conversations About Sexuality #ChristianPodcast #FaithBasedPodcast #PornAddiction #PersonalGrowth #TheImperfectWalk

    42 min

About

The Imperfect Walk Podcast is a space for honest, faith-filled conversations about marriage, parenting, personal growth, and real life. Hosted by Andrew and Sara, this podcast explores what it means to follow Christ imperfectly — learning through mistakes, extending grace, and growing in faith along the way. From relationships and identity to purpose and everyday struggles, each episode offers vulnerability, truth, and encouragement for the journey. If you’re learning to walk with Christ imperfectly, you’re in the right place.